Bundaberg Comets shut out Wellington Koru 40–0
Bundaberg Comets held their nerve in golden point to defeat Wellington Koru 0 after a gripping contest.
Wellington Koru
0
–
40
Bundaberg Comets
Half-time: Wellington Koru 0–16 Bundaberg Comets
Bundaberg Comets held their nerve in golden point to defeat Wellington Koru 0 after a gripping contest.
Bundaberg Comets opened the scoring through Nicholas Hughes in the 11′ minute, setting the early tone for the contest.
Bundaberg Comets carried a 16–0 advantage into half-time before protecting the lead after the break.
Bundaberg Comets added the final scoring play in the 76′ minute to close out the result.
Match Facts
- Competition
- 1 v 1 Matches
- Venue
- Wellington Founders Field
- Half-time
- Wellington Koru 0–16 Bundaberg Comets
- Winning margin
- 40 points
Scoring Summary
- 11′Try: Nicholas Hughes — Bundaberg Comets
- 12′Goal: Aaron Hart — Bundaberg Comets
- 29′Try: Afa Papalii — Bundaberg Comets
- 37′Try: Leo Welch — Bundaberg Comets
- 38′Goal: Aaron Hart — Bundaberg Comets
- 43′Try: Nicholas Hughes — Bundaberg Comets
- 56′Try: Afa Papalii — Bundaberg Comets
- 56′Goal: Aaron Hart — Bundaberg Comets
- 68′Try: Reece Ah Mau — Bundaberg Comets
- 69′Goal: Aaron Hart — Bundaberg Comets
- 73′Penalty goal: Aaron Hart — Bundaberg Comets
- 75′Try: Makai Manu — Bundaberg Comets
- 76′Goal: Aaron Hart — Bundaberg Comets
Team Statistics
| Statistic | Wellington Koru | Bundaberg Comets |
|---|---|---|
| Completion % | 31% | 34% |
| Runs | 134 | 188 |
| Run metres | 1254 | 2025 |
| Line breaks | 21 | 36 |
| Offloads | 5 | 14 |
| Errors | 21 | 16 |
| Penalties | 8 | 2 |
| Tackles made | 188 | 134 |
| Missed tackles | 15 | 10 |
| Kick metres | 287 | 407 |
⭐ Standout Performers
Match Context
Bundaberg Comets controlled the scoreboard and gave Wellington Koru little opportunity to mount a sustained response.